Cinnamon Churros

Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside.

This isn’t just about dessert. It’s about the kind of sweet that stops you mid-bite, the kind that feels nostalgic and exciting all at once.

In this article, I’m sharing a tropical twist on a classic favorite. It’s simple, golden, and rolled in comfort, but layered with unexpected warmth and subtle island flavor. You'll learn a technique that brings texture and balance, a tip that infuses depth without effort, and two dipping options that feel as indulgent as they are easy.

This one’s made for those slow, sweet moments… or whenever you feel like impressing someone (even if it’s just yourself).

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Why It Works

• Rum in the dough? Yes please. The alcohol cooks off, but the cinnamon-vanilla flavor lingers, adding warmth and depth.

• The dough is key. Hot water and oil create a smooth, elastic dough that fries up crispy outside and tender inside.

• Choose your dip. Creamy white chocolate-vanilla sauce for a tropical twist—or a dark, rich chocolate sauce for something classic and cozy.

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Why Cane Fire Rum Makes It Extra Special

Not all cinnamon rums are created equal and that matters when it’s going into your dessert. Many cinnamon-flavored rums rely heavily on artificial sweetness or syrups, creating a sticky, overly sweet finish that can overpower delicate recipes like churros.

Kōloa Cane Fire Rum is different.

Made from pure cane sugar (not molasses), this rum has a clean, natural base that allows its bold cinnamon profile to shine. It mimics the flavor of Big Red chewing gum-think aromatic, spicy cinnamon with a warming finish that lingers just enough. There’s a hot cinnamon kick that adds intensity without overwhelming sweetness.

What makes it ideal for churros:

• Its dry, aromatic flavor blends beautifully with the fried dough

• The warmth of the cinnamon enhances the spice in the sugar coating

• The hint of vanilla and subtle citrus lift the richness of the dip

• And because it’s not syrupy or cloying, just a splash goes a long way

You get flavor, not heaviness. Spice, not syrup. And the result is a churro that’s perfectly balanced, playful, nostalgic, and unmistakably elevated.

No Cane Fire on hand? Kōloa Spice Rum works beautifully too, with mellow cinnamon, caramel, and vanilla notes. But for that bold cinnamon finish with a little heat, Cane Fire is the one.